Qatar

Qatar’s real estate trading volume surpasses $60.9 million in one week

The weekly bulletin shows properties traded included vacant lands, homes, apartments, and residential units 

Eid al-Fitr 2025 in Qatar: Awqaf confirms first day on March 30

Eid holiday will begin on March 30 and end on Monday, April 7 in Qatar

Qatar Chamber’s new 2025-2030 strategy to propel FDI, digital economy growth

Strategy aims to develop a business environment that attracts local and foreign investments

Qatar’s economy grows 2.4 percent in 2024 to $195.72 billion

In 2024, Qatar's non-oil activities accounted for nearly 64 percent of total GDP

March 30 expected to be first day of Eid al-Fitr 2025, says Qatar

The crescent moon for this year's Shawwal will be born on the evening of Saturday, March 29 at 1:58 PM Doha local time, said Al Ansari

Fitch affirms Qatar’s rating at ‘AA’ with a stable outlook

Fitch expects Qatar's oil and gas revenue to drop under its assumption that the Brent oil price will average $70/bl in 2025

Qatar real estate: Mortgage transactions surge 172.3 percent to $6.91 billion in Q4 2024

Doha recorded 95 deals worth QAR16.4 billion, the highest transaction value in 5 years

Qatar Airways boosts global network with 11 new destinations as demand surges

New flights will connect major cities like Sharjah, Amsterdam, London, Madrid, and Tokyo Narita

Qatar to host MWC’s next five editions

This initiative will boost digital transformation and establish Qatar as a global digital innovation hub

Qatar at MWC 2025: Showcasing digital investment opportunities, strengthening global tech partnerships

The participation highlights digital investment opportunities, enhances Qatar's tech hub status

Ramadan 2025: Qatar’s Ministry of Interior announces Service Department working hours

The Technical Inspection Departments will function from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Visit Qatar, Microsoft join forces to advance new AI-powered smart tourism solutions

Leveraging Visit Qatar's GenAI Travel Concierge, Microsoft and Qatar will enhance visitor experiences through technology 

Qatar Airways connects 30 Boeing aircraft with Starlink Wi-Fi

The airline reduced aircraft Wi-Fi installation time from three days to 9.5 hours with Starlink collaboration

Qatar’s tax authority launches 100 percent financial penalty exemption initiative to foster business growth

To qualify, companies must register on the Dhareeba Tax Portal and ensure that all taxpayer data is updated

Qatar and Portugal partner to boost startup ecosystems, drive investment growth

Partnership aims to enhance cross-border opportunities, knowledge exchange and business growth for startups in Qatar and Portugal

Qatar launches ‘Digital Skills Framework’ initiative to accelerate digital transformation

This national initiative is intended to empower both individuals and organizations with critical digital skills

Leaders of GCC states, Egypt, and Jordan convene in Riyadh to strengthen coordination and consultation

The UAE President thanked King Salman and Crown Prince for organizing the dialogue

Qatar investments in U.K. economy surpass $50 billion, says U.K. investment minister

The two countries share a robust economic partnership, with total trade reaching $7.06 billion in the first three quarters of 2024

Trials of autonomous vehicles begin at Doha’s Hamad International Airport

Equipped with GPS, AI systems, and intelligent sensors, these vehicles enhance safety and operational efficiency

Qatar pledges $10 billion investment in India to boost economic ties

Both countries agreed to double bilateral trade from $14 billion to $28 billion in five years